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AK SB191

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/8/2012

Primary Sponsor

John Coghill

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Origin

Senate

27th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Requires gestational estimation of pregnancy verified by ultrasound examination before an abortion can be performed in Alaska
  • Mandates informed written consent process where physician or licensed health care provider verbally informs woman of physician name and pregnancy gestational age verified by ultrasound
  • Grants women the right to view the ultrasound image, receive explanation from qualified health care professional during examination, or decline both options
  • Requires ultrasound to be conducted according to community medical practice standards
  • Requires woman to sign a form if she declines to view the ultrasound or hear explanation of the examination

Legislative Description

Ultrasound Before Abortion

Families

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES

2/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Health & Social Services2/8/2012

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